Sermons on Messiah Identity:

Grace And Identity Series

Contributed by Martin Wiles on Mar 22, 2011

Other than our faith, there is nothing we can appeal to in an effort to merit God’s favor.

Grace And Identity Romans 2:25-3:8 I. Paul Defines A True Jew A. Did the Jews have special privileges others did not have? Do they now? Where does the modern day Christian fall in this scheme? 1. The Jews did have special privileges. 2. God gave his Law to them; he called them as his special ...read more

Denomination: Baptist

The Identity Of Faith Series

Contributed by Greg Powell on Aug 19, 2020

There is an identity crisis in our country. I believe that our racial problems are a result of an unbiblical view of our identity. This passage has long been used to rebuke a racist and bigoted view of the gospel.

INTRO: Galatians 3 has been a history lesson through the Old Testament. One of the more complicated chapters of Paul’s writings, it’s been a difficult hike, but like many hard journeys, there is a rewarding view at the end. We have climbed the mountain peaks of Abraham and Moses and have seen ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:26-29

Denomination: Baptist

Identity Crisis

Contributed by Wayne Lawson on Nov 4, 2006

There is no wonder there is an Identity Crisis in the local church today. In our text for examination, we find the disciples of Christ were also locked into an Identity Crisis some 2,000 years ago. In our modern culture there is more and more confusion

Dr. Wayne A. Lawson The Word Ministries, Inc. of Oklahoma City Preached on Monday October 9, 2006 Opening night of Revival Tabernacle of Praise Ardmore Oklahoma SCRIPTURE: ST. MATTHEW 16:13-16 13When Jesus came into the coasts of Caesarea Philippi, he asked his disciples, saying, Whom do men say ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 16:13-16

Denomination: Baptist

Identity Theft

Contributed by Jamie Wright on Jun 28, 2004

Have you seen the identity theft commercials that the City Visa card is doing on TV? We have an identity theft crisis in America. We also have one in the church. Who are you? If you know who you are what you do comes naturally.

Identity Theft Pastor Jamie Wright * Maranatha Fellowship Church * 04-21-04 Identity is the door to your destiny You are a sum total of all the decisions you make. On what do you base your decisions? Why do people commit adultery? They forget they who they are; I am a husband I can’t do this. ...read more

Scripture: 2 Samuel 11:1

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Messiah’s Purpose, Suffering, And Mission Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Jun 8, 2025

The person who is self-reliant – who trusts in their own ability – will face God’s judgment! We must understand that this is the challenge of every person on the Earth, and why God is so CLEAR on this requirement.

Isaiah, Part 20 The Messiah’s Purpose, Suffering, and Mission Isaiah 49:1-7 and Isaiah 50:4-11 Introduction - Welcome to Seasons – intro – we are so glad you are here today - Last week, we expounded on God’s understanding of the problem idolators have -- We were encouraged to lean into Him ...read more

Scripture: Isaiah 49:1-7, Isaiah 50:4-11, Matthew 7:21-23, Philippians 2:8, Acts 2:21, John 1:6-8, Luke 1:35, Romans 5:19, Luke 4:32, John 10:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 1 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 23, 2025

Change takes confession, but it is not a matter of having "head knowledge", but inviting us to surrender fully to the calling of Jesus because He is truly: The Messiah! Will hear Christ's words today?

John, Part 16 Series: The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 1 John 4:25-42 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – thankful you are here today; dismiss children - New series begins today: “The Messiah’s Confirmation”; 6 parts to this series -- Series helps us unpack some teachings, miracles, and ...read more

Scripture: John 5:25-42, Exodus 3:14, John 4:22, Romans 12:2, Luke 10:2  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 2 Series

Contributed by T.j. Conwell on Nov 30, 2025

It is very easy to allow the results or the answers of what God has done to become our focus, to bring us joy, or even to cause us to celebrate. But ... should they? Our challenge (even today) must be to focus on One who did the work to focus only on Jesus!

John, Part 17 Series: The Messiah’s Confirmation, Part 2 John 4:43-54 - Welcome to Seasons – intro – thankful you are here today; dismiss children -- Continue series: “The Messiah’s Confirmation” (part 2 of 6 today) -- Series is to help us unpack teachings, miracles, & some incredible ...read more

Scripture: John 4:43-54, Mark 6:1-6, Philippians 2:9-11, John 3:30, Matthew 7:7-8  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

A Question Of Identity Series

Contributed by Byron Harvey on Mar 30, 2009

Identity determines destiny.

“ A Question of Identity” Acts 21:37-22:21 July 20, 2008 Identity determines destiny. Now, hold onto that thought; I fully recognize that some folks will interpret that statement differently than others. Some of us have seen our share of televangelists who jettison the Word of God ...read more

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Identity Theft - A Case Of Stolen Identity

Contributed by Kevin Taylor on Oct 20, 2008

Every 79 seconds, a case of identity theft is reported in America. This message encourages the believer to know who they are in Christ Jesus - and not allow the thief come to steal that identity.

I. Twins – But Not the Same a. Text: Genesis 25:21-28 “[21] Now Isaac pleaded with the Lord for his wife, because she was barren; and the Lord granted his plea, and Rebekah his wife conceived. [22] But the children struggled together within her; and she said, ‘If all is well, why am I this way?’ So ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 25:21-28

Melchizedek And The Messiah

Contributed by Ken Alford on Nov 25, 2001

In the days of Abraham, the man called “Friend of God” encountered a mysterious Priest called Melchizedek. His name in history was a masterpiece of God. Centuries later allusion to his connection with the coming Messiah was indicated in the 110th Psalm.

MELCHIZEDEK AND THE MESSIAH Hebrews 7:1-3 INTRODUCTION: 1. In 1664, the Dutch master artist Rembrandt painted Lucretia, the Roman heroine who took her life as a result of Roman desecration. Two years later Rembrandt painted a second picture of Lucretia in a different pose. For over 300 ...read more

Scripture: Hebrews 7:1-3

Denomination: Baptist

Conquering Messiah Series

Contributed by Paul Apple on Jun 26, 2001

THE MESSIAH WILL CONQUER ALL ENEMIES AND FUNCTION: AS KING / AS PRIEST / AS JUDGE

BIG IDEA: THE MESSIAH WILL CONQUER ALL ENEMIES AND FUNCTION: AS KING / AS PRIEST / AS JUDGE NOTE: This is clearly a Messianic Psalm cf. Christ’s argument in Matt. 22:41-46 -- depends on 2 things being true: 1) that David wrote Psalm 110 2) that David was a prophet writing by inspiration of the ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 110:1-7

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Behold The Messiah Series

Contributed by Michael Mccartney on Jan 3, 2001

We need to behold the Messiah at Christmas and make sure we are focused on Him.

Behold the Messiah! Thesis: We need to behold the Messiah at Christmas and make sure we are focused on Him. Texts: Luke 2:10,11 " But the angel said to them, ’Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people. Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to ...read more

Scripture: Luke 2:10-11

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

The Messiah's Manifesto

Contributed by Jim Pye on Jan 27, 2001

Jesus fulfils the mission that Isaih spoke of.

21/1/01 6 p.m. Luke 4:14-21 : The Messiah’s Manifesto 14 Jesus returned to Galilee in the power of the Spirit, and news about him spread through the whole countryside. 15 He taught in their synagogues, and everyone praised him. 16 He went to Nazareth, where he had been brought up, and on the ...read more

Scripture: Luke 4:14-21

Denomination: Episcopal/Anglican

The Disappointing Messiah

Contributed by Mike Hays on Oct 18, 2000

The Messiah many are looking for is quite different than the Messiah who came to us in Jesus.

The Disappointing Messiah John 12:12-19 Jack was raised in the church. He frequented Sunday school and worship services each Sunday with his family. He had learned all of the famous stories of the heroes of the Bible. He had heard of the times that God had intervened in the lives of His committed ...read more

Scripture: John 12:12-19

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

The Example Of A Messiah Series

Contributed by Mark Schaeufele on Feb 7, 2009

If we follow the example of Jesus, God will reward us.

The Example of a Messiah Text: Matt. 3:13-17 Introduction 1. Illustration: A Sunday school teacher was trying to demonstrate the difference between right and wrong to her young teen class. She chose stealing for her example. The teacher said: "All right let’s use this example. If I were to go ...read more

Scripture: Matthew 3:13-17

Denomination: Methodist